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Rob and Akiva Need a Podcast

RAANAP: False TV Preview 2025

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Rob and Akiva launch their fourth annual false TV preview, where they must spot real shows among AI-generated fakes.
Rob and Akiva introduce the false TV preview, a recurring segment where they guess which TV shows are real or fake. They explain the rules: identifying real shows earns points, with bonus points for naming the network. The hosts review 15 shows, some with AI-generated posters. Rob leverages his knowledge from watching CBS shows like 'Big Brother' to identify real programs such as 'Sheriff Country,' 'DMV,' '99 to Beat,' and 'The Road.' They debate shows like 'For Pete's Sake,' a potential 'Ghosts' spin-off, and 'Lucky Dog Down Under,' about Australian shelter dogs. Akiva is skeptical of many, leading to discussions about network trends and AI's role in creating fake content. The hosts correctly guess most shows but are fooled by 'Bad Influence,' which features actress Zoe Deutsch. They near a perfect game, highlighting their familiarity with TV landscapes. The episode includes tangents about Akiva's birthday, a meat show experience, and TV viewing habits. After the game, they discuss Akiva's Survivor fantasy football league and upcoming podcast episodes. The show concludes with promotional content for Rob's book and other projects.

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The fourth false TV preview mixes birthday banter, RHAP history and a rejected hunt for podcasting's next star.

The fourth false TV preview reunites Rob, Akiva and Av for another tour of the fall schedule, along with the cheerful question of whether any past picks became legendary. Akiva's birthday opens the festivities with corrections about his age and a proposal to retire his number.

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You get a false fall-TV preview, birthday arithmetic, and a pitch for tour-stop auditions to find RHAP's next podcaster.

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